I'm blessed to live in the Great Smoky Mountains after vacationing in Nantahala Gorge for almost 10 years. I thought this blog could reach many people who vacation in these hills wishing they could live here and experience the serenity of the Smokies in their daily lives. There's something about the energy from these ancient, tree-covered mountains that have always called to my soul and inspired me. Once the kids left home, we bought property here thinking we’d come part time to get away from the Florida heat, but we quickly found our hearts had moved permanently. Living here is as wonderful as we imagined.
I named this blog "The Appalachian Artisan" referring to a passion I’ve rediscovered with my newly found free time. A few years back my daughter made me a gorgeous bracelet of glass & silver beads & I was hooked. As more & more people complimented my jewelry when I wore it, I decided to start selling in local galleries. After taking some classes at Southwestern Community College, just a few minutes away, I also found I enjoy working with clay & glass. I met my new best friends in class, who were also inspired creatively by the beauty we're surrounded with living in the Smokies.
You know…dreams really can come true. Come visit and start your Smoky Mountain life. What are you waiting for?
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